Venkat Mantirraju
About Venkat Mantirraju
Venkat Mantirraju is a Technician Lead at Oportun, where he has effectively applied his technical skills to financial concepts. He has over two decades of experience in software engineering and team management across various companies in the United States and India.
Work at Oportun
Venkat Mantirraju has been employed at Oportun as a Technician Lead since 2016. In this role, he has quickly adapted to the financial industry, mastering financial concepts despite lacking prior experience. He has managed a team known as the 'pizza team,' focusing on core financial engine deliverables. His tenure at Oportun has lasted for over eight years, contributing to the company's technological advancements and operational efficiency.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Oportun, Venkat Mantirraju held several positions in various companies. He worked at Pyze Inc. as Director of Engineering and Principal Engineer from 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, he served as a Senior Software Engineer at Funmobility from 2007 to 2009. His career began at Wipro Technologies, where he worked for eight years in roles such as Senior Design Lead and Senior Developer. He also held positions at Ofoto, Ekwipper, and Vivotech, gaining extensive experience in software engineering and team leadership.
Education and Expertise
Venkat Mantirraju earned a Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Engineering, and Communications from Gulbarga University, where he studied from 1989 to 1993. His educational background laid the foundation for his technical expertise in software engineering and development. Over the years, he has developed skills in managing engineering teams and delivering complex software solutions.
Technical Leadership Experience
Throughout his career, Venkat Mantirraju has demonstrated strong technical leadership capabilities. At Vivotech, he served as Senior Project Technical Lead and Team Lead, overseeing project execution and team performance. His role at Pyze Inc. as Director of Engineering further solidified his leadership skills, where he directed engineering efforts and contributed to strategic decision-making.
Career Timeline
Venkat Mantirraju's career spans several key positions across various companies. He began at Wipro Technologies in 1998, progressing through roles at Ofoto, Funmobility, and Ekwipper. He then transitioned to Vivotech, followed by a position at Averail before joining Oportun in 2016. His diverse experience across different sectors has equipped him with a broad understanding of technology and engineering practices.